Christine Lee holds the rank of godan (5th dan) from Aikido World Headquarters and is a member of the Aikido Shimbokukai organization. She began training at a young age alongside her father, the late Professor Daryl Schrader, at various Aikido dojos in the Tampa Bay area. His legacy—and his deep love for both the practice and the people—continues to inspire her Aikido journey. Christine is the founder of the Professor Schrader Scholarship (https://martialartgifts.com/pages/professor-schrader-scholarship), which provides opportunities for parents and children to strengthen their bond through shared Aikido training.

Outside the dojo, Christine is an IT professional, supports martial arts community outreach through social media, and owns Polish The Stone (martialartgifts.com), a small business dedicated to creating meaningful, martial arts–inspired gifts.